Pedro José da Silva Gama, the 43-year-old commander of the passenger boat Lima de Abreu XV, is evading authorities after a preventive arrest warrant was issued by the Justice of Amazonas. The vessel sank in the Amazon on Friday, killing three individuals and leaving five others missing. The tragic incident occurred at the Encontro das Águas region in Manaus while the boat was transporting passengers to Nova Olinda do Norte.

Onboard were 80 passengers, of whom 71 were successfully rescued without serious injuries. The deceased, identified as gospel singer Fernando Grandêz, has brought the confirmed death toll to three, while the search continues for five missing individuals. The court's decision to issue a preventive arrest aims to maintain public order and ensure the enforcement of criminal law in relation to the tragedy, emphasizing the legal implications tied to the incident.

Judge Eliane Gurgel do Amaral Pinto ordered the preventive arrest on Saturday to ensure compliance with legal processes and address community safety concerns. This incident highlights the need for rigorous oversight and safety measures in maritime navigation in the Amazon river, given the potential risks associated with such journeys, underscoring the importance of accountability for those responsible for passenger safety on such vessels.